Got me some new rubber --Hankook Tires

[p8nt]

Thanks for the quick responce! Ok, so louder than a traditional A/T. Would the noise level cause you to hesitate taking a road trip with these tires?

 

[IronYuppy]

I've had these in 295's for almost a year now and I couldn't be happier. They perform well in all conditions and are wearing great. I'm very happy with this purchase plus they look great.

Yup, I have the same ones.

Louder than an A/T, quieter than a traditional M/T. More like an X/T. IMO the tread pattern is more like an X/T, too.

 

[alia176]

Thanks for the quick responce! Ok, so louder than a traditional A/T. Would the noise level cause you to hesitate taking a road trip with these tires?

In the beginning, you won't hear the tires much at all. But, as they get worn in, you'll hear them more and more. You can also feel the usual M/T lugs when you come to a stop. As with all M/Ts, they cause more windage and going from a set of A/Ts, this is very noticeable. The vehicle has to work harder so mileage will suffer a little.

 

[Locked450]

Noise and ride...

I have the same Hancooks but 325/60 on 18" wheels. Wish I could get it for 150. Just ordered a spare tire and wheel and the tire itself was 299.
At any rate, I have been very happy with the tire. I find the noise to be more than tolerable and much quieter than I expected. My ride is a little harsh but one must keep in mind the height of the sidewall and presence of a lift kit. I also noticed pretty good snow traction for such a wide tire.

 

[SOCALFJ]

We've been running the 295's for over a year with no problems at all.

 

[alia176]

Sample weights of different wheels (tire+rim) (all measured on the same bathroom scale):

Tire+rim
size
weight

Yoko Geo AT-II+
285 75 16
80 lbs

Yoko Geo AT-II+
315 75 16
86 lbs

Hankook RT03
315 75 16
92 lbs

Toyo MT
315 75 16
115 lbs

Some numbers for y'all to chew over!